Remote Telecom Security Analyst - Threat & Incident Response

Placements24; O Mente; Hybrid; EUR 32.000 - 49.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Provident fund

Fully remote work

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Telecommunications Security Analyst to join a remote security operations team protecting a national telecom network. You will monitor networks, respond to incidents, and implement security controls across diverse systems from anywhere in South Africa.

The role requires 4+ years in cybersecurity with emphasis on network security, incident response, and familiarity with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, IT or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of cybersecurity experience focused on network security and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and security technologies.
• Experience with SIEM tools such as Splunk or QRadar and security analytics.
• Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CEH, Security+ desirable).
• Understanding of telecom infrastructure security is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Monitor network traffic and systems for security breaches, intrusions, and anomalies using SIEM and other security tools.
• Analyze security alerts and events, escalating critical incidents for immediate response.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on telecommunications systems and applications.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Investigate security incidents, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Stay informed about emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and trends relevant to the telecom industry.
• Collaborate with network and system administrators to implement security controls and configurations.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of incident response plans.
• Conduct security awareness training for staff.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards.
• Prepare detailed security reports and provide recommendations to management.
• Participate in security audits and reviews.
• Manage and configure security tools and technologies.

Kenntnisse

TCP/IP basics

Network protocols

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

VPNs

SIEM tools

Security analytics

Threat intelligence

Incident response

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks a Telecommunications Security Analyst to join a remote security operations team protecting a national telecom network. You will monitor networks, respond to incidents, and implement security controls across diverse systems from anywhere in South Africa.

The role requires 4+ years in cybersecurity with emphasis on network security, incident response, and familiarity with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).